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Details Title: Functions of the Body Systems Description: Flashcards to help you with remember the functions of each of the 11 body systems. Total Flash Cards: 7 Created: 06/22/2005 10:14:05	To study from this set of flash cards, or to create your own your own study flash cards, register HERE. If you are already a registered user, CLICK HERE.
Cards Term Intagumentary System Definition External covering of the body. It waterproofs the body. Synthesizes vitamin D; location of cataneous (pain, pressure receptors etc.). Regulates body tempurature. Excretes salt and urea through perspiration. Term Skeletal System Definition Protects and supports body organs; provides a framework muscles use to cause movement; blood cells are formed within bones (hematopoiesis); stores minerals. Term Muscular System Definition Allos manipulation of the environment, locomotion, and facial expressions; maintains posture; produces heat. Term Nervous System Definition Fast acting control systemn of the body; responds to internal and external changes by activating appropriate muscles and glands. (nerve impulses). Term Endocrine System Definition Glands secrete hormones that regulate processes such as growth, reproduction and nutrient use (metabolism) by body cells. Slow acting. Term Cardiovascular System Definition Blood vessels transport blood which carries oxygen, carbon dioxide, nutrients, wastes, hormones, etc,; the heart pumps blood. White blood cells and chemicals in the blood help to protect the body from bacteria, toxins and tumor cells. Term Lymphatic Definition Complimentary to cardiovascular system. The lymphatic vessels return fluid leaked from the blood to the blood vessels so that blood can be kept continuously circulating through the body. Lymph nodes cleanse the blood and house the cells involved in imunity.